Hi Paul:

I don't know much about the laws and what your responsibility is as a buyer of a list - I would suggest you read the laws. Here is a link to information about the Can-SPAM Act:
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/buspubs/canspam.shtm

Also, keep in mind that just about EVERY state has it's own anti-spam laws. So, you'll want to be careful.

Good luck!

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